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How to buy a European Cane Corso Dog?

Big Dog | December 18th, 2009

cane corsoCane Corsos are loyal and protective dogs that make terrific guard dogs for their intimidating and posing appearance. One may think of them as vicious dogs but they aren’t in reality. Proper socialization is needed for them to be excellent house pets and companions. If you are seeking for quality Cane Corso, it’s best to educate yourself with the breed standard. A breed standard dictates how a Cane Corso should physically look like as well as give a picture of its disposition and temperament. Only Cane Corsos from reputable, quality breeders will make sure that their dogs meet or reflect the standard. Here are some of the trademark traits: Cane Corsos are gentle with a robust and powerful build. They weigh an average of 80 to 100 pounds and stand between 22 to 24 inches. Coats are short, dense and shiny but not soft with colors of blue, black,red, chestnut or fawn. Muzzles are of square shape and jaws are wide and strong. But one ability of this dog stands out: they can sense or detect if a threat is real or not. Cane Corsos are a very sensitive breed despite their intimidating appearance. They feel sad and will even sulk when scolded or reprimanded by their owners. Read the rest of this entry »